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Rich & Chocolatey Vegan Protein Balls

Jennifer Freedman
Decadent, satisfying, and nutrient-dense, these easy Vegan Protein Balls are impressively high in plant protein!
Enjoy them for breakfast, snack, or dessert!
5 from 2 votes
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Course Dessert, Snack
Cuisine American, healthy, Vegan
Servings 12 balls
Calories 153 kcal

Equipment

Ingredients
  

  • 1/2 cup unflavored/unsweetened protein powder I use soy or pea protein powder, see note below
  • 1/2 cup rolled oats use gluten free as needed
  • 1/2 cup peanut butter or nut/seed butter of choice I use natural/unsweetened
  • 1/4 cup cocoa powder
  • 1 1/4 cups pitted dates
  • 2 tbsp unsweetened coconut flakes or chips
  • 2/3 cup soy milk or plant milk of choice
  • 1/4 tsp cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2-4 tsp maple syrup

Instructions
 

  • Add all ingredients to food processor (starting with 2 tsp maple syrup).
  • Blend until combined.
  • Open food processor and scrape sides. Blend for a few more seconds.
  • Taste mix for sweetness and texture. Since all protein powders vary in texture and flavor, you may need to adjust your mix before forming balls. See photo above recipe card under "Troubleshooting" section for ideal texture.
    If mix is too dry, add 1 tablespoon plant milk and blend again.
    If mix is too wet, add 1 tablespoon oats and blend again.
    If mix is not sweet enough, add 1-2 teaspoons maple syrup and blend again.
  • Use your hands or large spoon to scoop mixture, and then roll into balls with your hands. Makes about 12 balls approx. 1 1/2 - 2 inches wide.
  • Enjoy immediately or place balls in refrigerator for an hour to harden (if you can resist!).

Notes

Protein powder: Pending protein source and brand, grams of protein per serving will vary. Nutritional info below is based on Bulk Supplements brand soy protein powder.
Storage: Store in refrigerator for up to 10 days or freeze for up to 6 months in air tight container.

Nutrition

Serving: 1ballCalories: 153kcalCarbohydrates: 19gProtein: 8gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 98mgPotassium: 226mgFiber: 3gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 40IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 39mgIron: 1mg
Keyword chocolate, dates, no bake, peanut butter, unflavored protein powder, vegan protein balls
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